The Viking Siege of Paris: Longships Raid the Seine, AD 885-86
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In AD 885, thousands of Viking warriors sailed up the Seine in search of toot and glory, and the subsequent siege would be a turning point for both Paris and France. Though Paris was defended by just 200 men, the garrison was inspired by the courage of Odo, Count of Paris, and Gauzlin, the city's fighting bishop. Paris refused to submit. After their first attack was repulsed, the Vikings besieged the city, hammering at Paris' defences with fireships...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1472845692
ISBN13:9781472845696
Release Date:January 2022
Publisher:Osprey Publishing (UK)
Length:80 Pages
Weight:0.60 lbs.
Dimensions:0.3" x 7.1" x 9.7"
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